31.The family in which both partners are employed outside the home is called a:
a.two-career family.
b.nuclear family.
c.dual-earner family.
d.commuter marriage.
32.In the past, there was a fear of losing individuality from too much _________; today, the opposite problem is more common.
a.recreation
b.togetherness
c.responsibility
d.money
33.One of the most pervasive enemies facing dual-earner families is:
a.constant change.
b.unemployment.
c.lack of time.
d.television.
34.The notion that "it is not the quantity but the quality of time together that counts" seems to ignore the fact that:
a.it is impossible to measure quality of time.
b.quality and quantity of time are interrelated.
c.most parents give their families both quality and quantity of time.
d.intimate interactions can’t be quantified.
35.Families are working at playing when they:
a.pursue hobbies that are extremely expensive.
b.engage in activities that are an extension of a spouse’s career.
c.spend too much time organizing their recreational activities.
d.attempt to confine quality time to weekends and holidays.
36.Almost all strong families indicate that they:
a.spend an inordinate amount of time planning their play activities.
b.don't feel pressured by time constraints.
c.place the needs of the individual over the needs of the family.
d.eat together at least once a day.
37.What percentage of families report eating at least five meals together per week?
a.20%
b.40%
c.60%
d.80%
38.Cox and Demmitt believe that families can develop a sense of history by:
a.adopting traditional roles.
b.spending time together.
c.meeting material needs.
d.making good decisions.
39.Phenomenology is the study of:
a.how people experience their world.
b.marriage and family myths.
c.childhood sexual development.
d.the physiological symptoms of love.
40.When the honeymoon is over, couples tend to:
a.think about their long-term career goals and objectives.
b.reexamine their unrealistic expectations about marriage.
c.turn their attention to their in-laws.
d.exhibit a high degree of spontaneity.